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Active and Assisted Living (AAL) Programme ICT for ageing well
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Collaboration with the European Union
Options: 1. Join a H2020 call 2. Take advantage of collaborative funding
opportunities -Era-Net/Era-Net Plus/Era-Net Cofund -Joint Programming Initiative -Article 185
-ERAE
Joint Programming concept
A collaborative research approach Introduced by the European Commission in July
2008 Objective: to increase the value of relevant
national and EU R&D funding by concerted and joint planning, implementation, and evaluation of national research programmes At least three countries per team
Joint Programming-Article 185
Article 185 of the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union (TFEU) enables the EU to participate in research programmes undertaken jointly by several Member States.
Article 185 Initiatives: -Ambient Assisted Living (AAL) -EUROSTARS -European Metrology Research Programme (EMRP) -BONUS -European and Developing Countries Clinical trials Partnership (EDCTP)
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016
Engagement across funding instruments
E-RARE III
AAL
PERMED
ERA-HDHL
NEURON II
JP-EC-AMR
EXEDRA (AMR)
JPI HDHL
JAGE II (MYBL)
TO-REACH
JPI AMR
JPcofuND
MYBL
JPND
E-RARE II
NEURON
GENDER-NET
PERMED
GENDER-NET PLUS
Era-Net/Era-Net Plus/Era-Net Cofund Joint Programming Initiative Article 185
Canada’s eHealth Ecosystem
NCEs: AGE-WELL - CFN NSERC ---- CHIRP ----- NRC-IRAP ----
MITACS
MEDTEQ SURREY INNOVATION BLD
AAL
Canadian Initiatives
Int’nl
Initiatives
Provincial / Other
Canadian
HORIZON 2020
CIHR : eHIPP
MEI (Qc) - PROMPT
JPND – JPI-MYBL
Infoway
AAL
Canada in AAL
Canada joined as full member of AAL in September 2015 Canadian members in AAL: CIHR Institute of Aging CIHR Institute of Health Services and Policy Research AGE-WELL NCE Canadian Frailty Network
AAL Concept Solutions and services based on Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) for: Extending the time people can live in their preferred environment by
increasing autonomy, self-confidence and mobility. Supporting the preservation of health and functional capabilities of
the elderly. Promoting a better and healthier lifestyle for at-risk individuals. Enhancing security, preventing social isolation and supporting the
individual’s social network. Supporting caregivers, families, and care organizations. Increasing the efficiency and productivity of resources in aging
societies.
Social Inclusion
What is the AAL Programme?
COFUNDING ACTIVITY
TRANSNATIONAL PROJECTS
USER DRIVEN
• Applied research • Innovation closer to market
• > 3 countries involved • Business / SMEs / Users / R&D
• Innovation paradigms • Conception / Testing / Business
CHALLENGES
OPPORTUNITIES
History and Scope of AAL Since 2008, AAL has issued 9 calls for proposals each focusing on
different issues and has funded 206 transnational innovation projects with over 1000 partners. Each project has to include an industry partner in at least one of the participating countries
Participants in the 2017 call are: Austria, Belgium, Canada, Cyprus, Hungary, Italy, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovenia, Spain, and Switzerland (14 out of the 21 AAL country members)
Consortia submit one common project proposal with one partner acting as coordinator. Each AAL partner state has specific national eligibility criteria for funding.
Call 2017-AAL packages/Integrated Solutions
The focus of the 2017 call challenge of the AAL Programme is twofold: 1. The challenge lies in developing packages integrating
different solutions that address the needs and wishes of end-users and add value to their lives.
2. The challenge lies in extensive testing and evaluation of packages in order to provide meaningful and significant results.
1) 2) The challenge lies in extensive testing and evaluation of packages in order to provide meaningful and
Canadian Component The total Canadian amount available for this funding opportunity
is $353,000, enough to fund the Canadian component of approximately one grant (other countries fund their own researchers within a joint project based on national grants)
CIHR Institute of Aging (IA) and the CIHR Institute of
Health Services and Policy Research (IHSPR) OR AGE-WELL NCE will contribute up to $117,666 per year for 1 grant for a maximum of three years
Canadian Component
NPA must be an independent researcher appointed at an eligible institution
Canada will only directly fund Canadian researchers
A ‘Partner Search Facility’ is available on the AAL web site for partner matching http://ps.aal-europe.eu
The Information Day on March 6th will be webcast live on the AAL web site
How to Apply
The funding opportunity (including consortium eligibility and national eligibility criteria) and application intake is through the AAL website
An abbreviated funding opportunity is available on ResearchNet for intake of some nominative information and the Canadian budget request
Canadian applicants must apply through BOTH the AAL website, as well as through ResearchNet
How to Apply- Canadian component
How to Apply- Canadian component
Your Application must be submitted using ResearchNet. Scan and upload the signed signature pages including the routing slip in the Print/Upload Signature Pages task in ResearchNet prior to submitting your application.
Specific Instructions
The following are the only tasks in ResearchNet that are mandatory for completion of the CIHR Full Application:
How to Apply- Canadian component
Task: Identify Participants A Nominated Principal Applicant must be identified, and that this
individual must be the Canadian researcher that is applying for funding from CIHR. Please note: a CV is not required for this application.
Task: Enter Proposal Information Task: Complete Summary of Research Proposal
How to Apply- Canadian component
Task: Enter Budget Information Funds must be quoted in Canadian dollars.
Task: Print Signature Pages Task: Preview Application Materials
Task: Consent and Submit Application
Mitacs Globalink
The Globalink Partnership Award provides: An opportunity for Canadian researchers to connect with global
industry. International universities and faculty members can also participate
International research experience for the participating student, who undertakes a 16 to 24-week research project at the industry partner’s offices or facilities (and applicable participating universities)
A $15,000 research grant in the Canadian professor’s name to support student travel and accommodation expenses, research-related expenses, and student stipend
Important Dates
Launch: AAL website:February 15, 2017CIHR ResearchNet: April 4, 2017
Application Deadline: May 24, 2017 (17h00 CET)
Anticipated Notice of Decision: October 30, 2017
Funding Start Date: October 1, 2017
Experience with applying/insider’s view
Teamwork: Having the right team for the proposal is crucial, including members with a track record of EU funding / writing large EU grants
Leadership: The proposal will need one person (or very small close team) who will take the lead on development and submission
Partnerships: Take the opportunities presented to meet with partners from other countries. It is critical to have the right balance of academic and industry members in your consortium
Funding rules: Pay attention to relevant rules: Canadian funding is subject to Tri-Council rules and will not cover SMEs while AGE-WELL funding does not allow 2nd order transfers (sub-granting)
Our Website: www.aal-europe.eu
AAL Forum website: www.aalforum.eu
Thank-you!
